State Park · Cincinnati

Smale Riverfront Park

Why Scout picked it

Smale Riverfront Park is a free outdoor destination perfect for a 2-3 hour family outing or solo walk along the river. It offers playgrounds and views, best enjoyed on a clear day.

Featured in these outings

Riverside Brunch & Scenic Views — Savor a delicious brunch with a view at a riverside restaurant, featuring New American fare and a wraparound patio. Afterwards, take a short walk to Smale Riverfront Park to enjoy the gardens, playground, and panoramic paths along the Ohio River.

While you're nearby

Sports & Recreation
Devou Park Golf & Event Center
Nightlife
Wunderbar!
Funky, neighborhood nook with housemade sausages & other German nibbles, plus craft beers & a patio.
Wellness
Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption
Gothic-style church with gargoyles, mosaics, a marble altar & elaborate stained glass windows.
Food & Drink
Libby’s Southern Comfort
Southern classics like mac & cheese, fried green tomatoes & po' boys in a snug former grocery store.

Scout verified August 2026

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